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DA53 MXM

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

105,013 mi
Last recorded105,013 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 MXM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 105,013 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 103,553 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 103,553 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. does not tip to allow rear seat acess (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. does not tip to allow rear passenger acess (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 121,849 miles

Nearside Rear wheel slightly restricted

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 100,308 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 98,305 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2017 96,527 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 May 2017 96,446 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine management light on

engine misfiring

Pass 8 Dec 2015 92,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes corroded

front o/s tyre worn on the edge 1.6mm

hand brake effort low

Pass 5 Dec 2014 84,144 miles

f/o/s tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,620 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 79,619 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brakes apper worn

Pass 10 Apr 2013 72,124 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 38,442 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 61,590 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 54,858 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 42,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 42,435 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 32,069 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 32,069 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 21,417 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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DA53 MXM is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA53 MXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DA53 MXM registered?

DA53 MXM is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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